‘The C Word’
When we’re not designing bold and badass earrings and stationery, we’re writing words. Here are some of the latest musings and inspiration behind our collaborations and collections, straight from Carmen’s lips in The C Word.
Rethink, resist, reclaim: A thoughtful guide to doing Black Friday differently
A more conscious guide to holiday season: support ethical brands, avoid overconsumption, and make choices that reflect your values—minus the frenzy.
The Feminist Billionaire Paradox
In October 2023, Taylor Swift became a ten-figure songstress. But before we can declare this our feminist billionaire era — we first need to decide if it’s even possible. Ready for it?
Queen Pauline’s Pocket Wisdom — 100 of Nan’s wise and witty life lessons for a life well-lived
With plenty of stories and sagacity to share, from the delightfully pragmatic to the simply profound, here are 100 pieces of witty ‘Nan’ wisdom.
10 Tips to Prepare for a Kickass Market Stall
When it comes to selling your wares, there’s nothing like a market. But we can lose far too much precious sleep trying to anticipate, contingency plan and imagine every little details before the doors are flung open. Here are 10 tips to help you make the most of your next market.
GET BIZZY WIT’ IT!
Calling all money makers, business shakers and idea bakers — it’s time to GET BIZZY WIT’ IT! with our fresh new eco-friendly stationery pack for creatives and business badasses with Creative Plus Business.
Happy ‘Year of the Tigress’
Move over Tiger King, it's the Tiger Queen's time to roar! Inspired by a lifelong love of Big Cats and the powerful possibilities of this Lunar New Year of the Tiger, this majestic mini collection is everything you need to make 2022 your fiercest one yet.
Introducing our first-ever CARMEN GET IT! Collection.
Holy Meghan Mackerel, are you ready to dive into our colourful ocean of coolness with CARMEN GET IT!’s brand new Marine Queen Collection?!
Get more bang for your marketing buck
How to bootstrap a marketing strategy that creates a little less fear and a little more cheer for your small business.
Wearing your heart on your earlobes
Find out more about our Founder, Carmen - writer of words, wearer of big earrings, teller of stories, and giver of rousing pep talks.
Five ways to wrestle back your mojo
Not feelin’ it? It happens. When life feels like it’s happening to you, here are five ways to get things back on your terms.
10 questions to ask before you start an online store
10 questions to ask yourself, and a few things to think about to make sure you’re ready to start that online store.